SALES ASSISTANT - Military veterans preferred

SALES ASSISTANTJOB DESCRIPTION:Canyon Catering is looking for high energy, positive thinking, multi taskers, with a passion for creativity and service, to join our winning team. Exceptional organizational, written and verbal skills, a keen attention to detail, and flexibility to handle to unexpected, are essential for success in this position.The Sales Assistant is an entry level position. A Sales Assistant will assist the Senior Event Manager to organize and execute special events such as corporate receptions, weddings, birthday parties, anniversaries, or any special affair our clients desire.Our Event Coordinators' goal is to have every Canyon Catering Client saying; "You Only Live Once, Let's Party!"Some of the various responsibilities and skill set include:Accompany the Senior Event Coordinator at meetings with clients to determine the type of party they would like to host, and the budget they have to work with.Scheduling in-house meetings and tastings.Communicating with clients and members of various department teamsPlacing orders for rentals or special items needed to execute the client's event.Create and send event marketing communication via emailOrder and manage the delivery of event suppliesAssist the Senior Event Coordinators with the responsibilities for planning an epic party, from entering the menu proposals to booking vendorsFamiliarity with Caterease Event Planning and Microsoft Office applicationsIntermediate math skillsA great smile, positive energy, and a "can do" attitudeIntuitive relative to the needs of clients, as well as double-checking ordersFull service restaurant, and familiarity with food pairings / accompaniments a plusTalented passionate staff is always sought out by Canyon Catering & Special events, an equal opportunity employer.Most off site staff positions are part time on-call with most event work being evenings and weekends. Events are located at private homes, venues and some unusual locations.If you are interested in working for one of the most respected catering and special event companies in Southern California... Let's talk soon!